Musquee De Maroc Squash

Musquee de Maroc is a cherished French heirloom winter squash grown for its rich flavor and culinary value. Behind its rugged, unassuming rind lies creamy, nearly stringless, meaty flesh. The vines produce large, bell-shaped fruits similar in size and shape to butternut squash, making this a hidden gem with taste that far outshines its rough looks.

At a glance

• Variety: Musquee de Maroc squash (Cucurbita moschata)
• Type: Heirloom winter squash, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Fruit: Large, bell-shaped, butternut-like
• Flesh: Creamy, nearly stringless, meaty
• Sun: Full sun
• Use: Roasting, soups, baking, storage

Best for

• Roasting and pureeing for soups
• Baking and pies
• Long winter storage
• Gardeners with room for sprawling vines
• Rich, meaty squash dishes

How to grow

Direct sow after the soil has warmed and frost has passed, or start indoors a few weeks early. Plant in full sun with rich, well-drained soil and give the long vines plenty of room. Water deeply and cure the mature fruit in a warm, dry spot before storing.

Flavor profile

Rich, sweet, and nutty with smooth, creamy flesh that holds together beautifully when cooked.

About MIgardener

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